Gov Shack No. 68: How Should We Regulate It? LIVE 420 Special & Fundraiser!

LIVE on The Gov Shack — It’s a special 420 episode and we’re tackling a major policy question: How should New York regulate cannabis? With legalization already underway, the real challenge is building a system that actually works for farmers, manufacturers, retailers, consumers—and the broader economy.

What’s happening right now in New York’s cannabis rollout? Why has it been so rocky, slow, and controversial? And what can we learn from other states like Colorado, California, and Florida about licensing, taxation, enforcement, and market growth?

We’ll break down how to create a pro-growth cannabis industry that supports small businesses, protects public safety, and avoids overregulation that drives activity back to the black market. Can cannabis become a real economic engine for New York—creating jobs, increasing revenue, and helping struggling communities?

We’ll also discuss the cultural divide, concerns from more conservative New Yorkers, criminal justice reform, and the ongoing conflict with federal law.

Finally, how could cannabis policy shape the 2026 and 2028 elections in New York?

I’ll share my ideas, break down real solutions, and take LIVE questions and comments.

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